Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Forks (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to join the deck department. You will lead seamanship tasks, operate small boats, and maintain exterior surfaces while supporting flight deck operations and cargo handling.

The role involves standing watches at sea and in port, working in varied maritime conditions, and advancing through on-the-job qualifications with strong teamwork and safety discipline.

Qualifications

• Enlisted eligibility and education requirements.
• Medical, vision, and dental standards.
• Background screening and test scores are required.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswains Mate of the Watch.
• Operate small boats and support flight deck and amphibious operations.
• Repair and maintain deck equipment and exterior ship surfaces.
• Conduct underway replenishment and cargo handling at sea.
• Stand security watches in port and underway and participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to join the deck department. You will lead seamanship tasks, operate small boats, and maintain exterior surfaces while supporting flight deck operations and cargo handling.

The role involves standing watches at sea and in port, working in varied maritime conditions, and advancing through on-the-job qualifications with strong teamwork and safety discipline.